OneDrive issue where shared folders turning into web shortcuts (Fixed)

OneDrive issue where shared folders turning into web shortcuts (Fixed)

06 Apr 2025 - 21:48
Updated: 1 year ago
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OneDrive issue where shared folders turning into web shortcuts (Fixed)
OneDrive

How to fix OneDrive issue where shared folders turning into web shortcuts:

  1. Log in to OneDrive via a web browser: Go to onedrive.live.com and sign in.
  2. Open a shared document: In the root directory of the shared folder, select any Office document, click the three dots, and choose "Open in app."
  3. Copy the file path: In the Office application, go to File > Home, right-click the document under "Recent," and select "Copy path to clipboard."
  4.  Add a network location: Open File Explorer, right-click "This PC," and select "Add a network location." Follow the wizard, choose "Custom network location," and paste the copied path (remove the file name portion).
  5. Complete the setup: Enter your OneDrive account credentials, set a name for the folder, and finish the setup. You should now be able to access the shared folder directly in File Explorer.

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